Summary
You can type any fraction symbol in Microsoft Word and other word editing software using five methods, such as the Insert Equation Method
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, using the Forward Slash Symbol as the Dividing Line
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, using the Fraction Symbol Alt Code
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, copy and pasting the symbol
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, and using the Insert Symbol shortcut.
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Additionally, some fractions (1/4, 1/2, and 3/4) automatically switch to a fraction character when you type them (¼, ½, ¾).
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You can also insert any or all of these codes/characters (individually) with one easy combination keystroke: the Alt key+ the decimal code on the numeric keypad (note that the numbers across the top of your keyboard do not work)
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, or you can use the Symbols Library.
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